Verona 2025
A generation of young pianists supported by solid and ambitious work.
Paris
Taking off
The wonderful world of music
Our Mission & Philosophy
"It's essential that the quality of education is maintained from the earliest age."
Introduction to piano lessons
For the past 6 years, Piano Académie has been offering 2-year introductory music courses. Since January 2022, we have set up a piano initiation course for children over 4 years old. After several months of operation, we note that the course likes the children and gives very encouraging results. We propose for this year 2022 – 2023 to open an introductory piano course for children who will be 4 years old on October 1st 2022. The course lasts 1 hour with 30mn of musical awakening and 30mn of initiation to the piano in group.
Awakening to music classes for 3 and 4 year olds
Open since 2016, our school’s musical awakening classes introduce children to the world of classical music at an early age.
Children quickly discover musical instruments, the great classical composers and the different styles (ballet, opera, orchestral music, …).
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The classes are composed of 3 and 4 year olds. We want to give them a taste for my music, to help them develop their imagination and their listening skills. All instruments are given pride of place so that later on they can choose their favorite instrument by themselves.
Registration form
Here you can register online directly. You will indicate your preferred niche and the selected course package. A quotation will then be sent to you on the basis of the information provided.
Trial courses
It is possible to do a trial lesson before committing to a school year. This trial class is charged at €30. Registration for this trial class is done directly online.
Our packages and rates
Musical awakening
Rue de la Pompe and Rue de Richelieu
€
22
/hour*
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Group of 12 children maximum
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Annual commitment (30 lessons)
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Video access
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Starter kit not included
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* Compulsory starter kit (110€) includes course material, application fee and participation in the child's end-of-year concert.
Introduction to the Piano
Rue de la Pompe et Rue de Richelieu
€
36
/hour*.
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Group of 12 children maximum
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Annual commitment (30 courses)
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Video access
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Starter kit not included
Contact us
* Mandatory starter kit (130€) includes course material, application fee and participation in the child's end-of-year concert.
Adults
Piano lessons
for everyone
for everyone
A method designed for adults
Adults, just like children, need to see immediate results. There’s no question of waiting 5 years to be able to play a waltz by Chopin!
Mi-Young LEE has thus perfected her learning method to enable anyone to play a major work from the classical repertoire very quickly.
How many times has she heard, “I’m too old to start,” “I don’t have time to spend two hours a day,” etc.?
Play your favorite tune straight away!
The first step is to choose with the student the first piece he wants to learn to play. Here, there is no pink method or other simplified pieces.
Our philosophy
It's never too late to start!
An Effective Method for All
Our teaching philosophy is based on the idea that anyone can learn to play the piano.
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Moderate Progression: Pupils learn progressively, making sure that each stage is mastered before moving on to the next . .
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Concrete example: You could, for example, interpret a Nocturne by Chopin in less than three months, a feat made possible thanks to our structured method..
No need to practice for hours
Contrary to what you might think, you don’t need to spend several hours every day:
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Regularity Before Quantity: Just 15 to 20 minutes of regular exercise a day can lead to amazing results.
Age is No Obstacle
Learning the piano as an adult has its own challenges, but also its advantages:
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Adaptation to the Repertoire: The classical repertoire is vast and offers pieces adapted to all levels of speed and dexterity, allowing everyone to find works that correspond to their abilities and preferences..
Testimonials and Successes
We have seen many students succeed in reaching their musical goals, confirming that our method works, regardless of age or starting point.
Some also prefer to focus on a particular sport. Again, no problem. You are here to have fun. That is the main thing. Our job and our expertise are then to help you progress quickly.
Still not convinced? Take a class with one of our students at the Academy. Discuss, exchange ideas. Nothing can replace the experience of those who have gone before you!
Students are invited to give their first concert after one year! It is not compulsory, but it is highly recommended!
Our formulas and rates
Private lessons
AT HOME
€
80
/heure
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Up to 50% tax reduction
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Annual commitment
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Allo Piano* access
Contact us
* Preferential subscription conditions for students of the school
Private lessons
AT SCHOOL
€
60
/heure
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Annual commitment
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Allo Piano* access
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Contact us
* Preferential subscription conditions for students of the school
Private lessons
ONLINE by VIDEO CALL
€
35
/heure
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10-course commitment
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Allo Piano* access
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Contact us
* Preferential subscription conditions for students of the school
Private lessons
AT HOME
€
90
/heure
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Up to 50% tax reduction
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10-course commitment
Contact us
* Preferential subscription conditions for students of the school
Private lessons
AT SCHOOL
€
65
/heure
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10-course commitment
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Contact us
* Preferential subscription conditions for students of the school
Rehearsal studios
Book a piano studio in Paris
Piano-equipped studios available by the hour or as a 10-hour package, in our spaces on rue de Richelieu and rue Scheffer.
A simple, calm and practical space to work on the piano
When our studios are not being used by our teachers, we offer piano-equipped rooms for pianists who wish to rehearse, work on a programme, prepare for a lesson, a competition, or simply play in good conditions.
From 15 € / hour
An accessible solution for occasional piano practice in Paris.
10-hour package
A 130 € package for pianists who wish to organise regular practice sessions more easily.
Piano rehearsal studio at Piano Académie.
Two addresses available in Paris
Studio rental is currently available in our rue de Richelieu and rue Scheffer locations.
1 rue de Richelieu, 75001 Paris
Five rooms of approximately 4 m2, equipped with upright pianos. The studios are acoustically isolated. It may, however, be possible to hear the piano from the neighbouring room slightly.
2 bis rue Scheffer, 75016 Paris
One room of approximately 4 m2, equipped with an upright piano. The studio is acoustically isolated and suitable for individual work or a rehearsal with two people.
Time slots designed for rehearsing between lessons
The studios are available when the rooms are not being used by Piano Académie teachers. Reservations must start on the hour.
Monday to Friday
Reservations are possible between 12:00 and 13:00, then between 17:00 and 20:00.
Wednesday
Reservations are possible from 11:00 to 20:00, depending on schedule availability.
Full hour only
Each reservation must begin on the hour: 11:00, 12:00, 17:00, 18:00, and so on.
Closing at 20:00
The premises close every evening at 20:00. Reservations must therefore end before closing time.
Book a studio for a one-off rehearsal
For an occasional rehearsal, you can book a studio directly by the hour.
Rue de Richelieu
A studio equipped with an upright piano, in our music space located near the Louvre and the Comédie-Française.
15 € / hour
Rue Scheffer
A studio equipped with an upright piano, suitable for individual rehearsal or for a maximum of two participants.
15 € / hour
10 hours Richelieu
A more advantageous formula for pianists who wish to rehearse regularly.
130 € / 10 hours
10 hours Scheffer
A practical formula to organise several work sessions during the year.
130 € / 10 hours
Please note
Reservations are limited to one or two participants per studio. The rooms are primarily designed for piano work.
A simple procedure through the online portal
After registration, you receive access to the online booking portal, which allows you to schedule your sessions up to two weeks in advance.
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Choose your formula
Hourly booking or 10-hour package, depending on your needs.
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Access the portal
You can check available time slots directly online.
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Book your time slot
Reservations can be scheduled up to two weeks in advance.
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Cancel if necessary
Cancellations are accepted without penalty up to 4 hours before the reserved time slot.
Work on your piano in a suitable setting
Whether you need a one-off hour or a 10-hour package, our studios allow you to rehearse in Paris in a serious and accessible musical environment.
Piano Académie
International piano competitions
This excellence class, which now brings together around forty students, shows how far motivated children can progress when they are guided with precision, musical sensitivity and care.
2018
Beginning of the competition pathway
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Approximately forty students in the class
2026
First results already obtained in Treviso
Europe
Awards in major international competitions
A class built around regular work, stage experience, musical discipline and the joy of progress.
Excellence at the piano, year after year
At Piano Académie, we believe that music can transform a child’s life. Since 2018, we have offered young pianists the opportunity to take part in international competitions in a stimulating and supportive environment, for children who wish to progress quickly and deeply.
Our aim is not to form a closed elite, but to give every talented, committed and curious child the opportunity to go further, while being supported with seriousness, tact and humanity.
Our vision
Competitions are never an end in themselves. For children, they become a school of concentration, posture, musical presence and maturity. Excellence is built here with depth, regularity and sensitivity.
First results for 2026
The first results of the year confirm the strength of the work carried out by our school.
- Treviso, Italy Ruben Nogaret: 1st prize
- Treviso, Italy Salomé Veillard: 3rd prize
Photos and videos
Competitions are also an experience of stage presence, self-control and musical maturity. Images, videos and awards reflect the progress of our students and the quality of the work accomplished.
Orbetello 2025
The stage becomes a place of presence, listening and expression for the child.
Competition moments
Work, concentration, emotion and the joy of results.
Distinctions
Results obtained in recognised international competitions.
Awards
Each prize rewards demanding work carried out over time.
Pathway
A structured progression based on regularity, style and sensitivity.
Competition results
Year after year, our students’ results reflect the strength of the school’s work, the attention given to each child and the artistic standards that guide our teaching.
Results 2025
Verona
- Victoire: 1st prize, unanimously awarded
- Vahan: 2nd prize
- Matthieu: 3rd prize
- Mathis: 3rd prize
- Pia: 2nd prize
Porto
- Jeanne: 2nd prize
Munich
- Jade: 2nd prize
Orbetello
- Albane: 1st prize
- Joséphine: 1st prize
- Julia: 2nd prize
- Victorine: 1st prize
Results 2024
Barcelona – Grand Prize Virtuoso
- Jade: 1st prize
Munich
- Andrea: 1st prize
- Victorine: 3rd prize
- Zoé: 1st prize
Treviso – Giovani Musicisti
- Albane Jourdan: 1st prize
- Gabriel Fortunato: 3rd prize
- Vahan Rostami Dadayan: 2nd prize
- Victorine Sevin: 2nd prize
- Mathis Vaissaire: 3rd prize
Brussels – Merci, Maestro
- Joséphine Germain: 2nd prize
Results 2022–2023
Munich – June 26, 2023
- Arianna Brambila-Massa: 1st prize
- Zoé Najjar: 2nd prize
- Jade Zahar: 3rd prize
Orbetello – 2023
- Matthieu: 1st prize
New York – Glory International Piano Competition
- Jade was honoured in this international competition.
Results 2021–2022
21st Century Talents Keyboard Competition – Ottawa
- Sacha Worms: 2nd prize
- Eden Seban: 2nd prize
- Noah Levy: 1st prize
- Siméon Michel Salagnac: 1st prize
- Déva Seban: 2nd prize
- Jade Zahar: 2nd prize
Gustav Mahler Prize Piano Competition – Prague
- Eva Essilevskaia: 3rd prize
- Andrea Lafarge Rinaldi: honourable mention
- Mathilde Duverney: honourable mention
Results 2020
Rocky Mountain International Music Competition
- Faustine Drouffe: 1st prize
- Adèle Fortunato: 1st prize
- Eva Essilevskaia: 5th prize
Earlier results
Since the beginning of the pathway
- Our students have been distinguished in several international competitions in Europe and abroad.
- The class continues to grow through regular work, artistic guidance and stage experience.
The curriculum
This pathway is designed for children who show particular motivation, a real capacity for work and a desire for deeper progress. They are supported throughout the year by teachers used to this level of artistic and technical demand.
Master classes
In-depth work, collective listening and stage preparation.
Intensive courses
Focused periods of progression during the school year.
Two lessons per week
At the school or online, depending on the student’s organisation.
Individualised follow-up
Artistic, technical and stage preparation adapted to each child.
Joining the competition preparation class
Each year, a pre-selection is organised for children wishing to join this pathway. Above all, we are looking for motivated children who are able to work consistently, and families who are ready to support this commitment seriously.
"Barcelona" Grand Prize Virtuoso
Jade – 1st prize – age 8
As a winner, Jade is performing at the Petit Palau at Palau de la Musica Catalana of Barcelona on Saturday, July 27, 2024
Concours international de Munich (Juin 2024)
Andrea – 1st prize – 10 years
Victorine – 3rd prize – age 10
Zoé – 1st prize – age 7
Concours international de Trévise (Giovani Musicisti - Città di Treviso)
Albane Jourdan – 1st prize – age 7
Gabriel Fortunato- 3rd prize – age 11
Rostami Dadayan Vahan – 2nd prize
Results for 2022 - 2023
Munich International Competition - June 26, 2023
Arianna Brambila – Massa – 1st prize
Zoe Najjar – 2nd prize
Jade Zahar – 3rd prize
Concours international d'Orbettlo - 2023
At just 8 years of age, Matthieu won first prize at the prestigious Orbetello International Competition in Italy. This victory was the fruit of hard work and exceptional dedication to music.
Matthieu has been a member of our school since September 2019 and attends our international competition preparation class. During these years, he has shown a talent and passion for the piano that have deeply impressed us. This victory testifies to our school’s commitment to providing our students with quality teaching, and to Matthieu’s determination to excel in his art.
Jade - Glory international piano competition - New York
Results for 2021 - 2022
Villafranca International Competition - ITALY
2021
Leonardo 8 years old
Prélude BWV 999
Andrea 7 years old
Valse op 64 No. 1, Chopin
Leonardo 8 years old
Ecossaise
Elise 8 years old
Menuet in G major, BWV Anh 114, Bach
Josephine 5 years old
Menuet Mozart
Siméon
Arabesque, Burgmuller – 6 years old
Déva - 6 years old
La Candeur Op. 100 No. 1, Burgmüller
Noah - 6 years old
Arabesque, Burgmuller
Jade - 6 years old
A Marching tune, Dorothy Parke
Eva - 7 years old
Children’s Album Waltz, Op 39, No 9 Tchaikovsky
Sacha - 7 years old
La chevaleresque op. 100 n. 25, Burgmüller
Mathilde - 9 years old
La chevaleresque, Etude Op. 100 Nr 25 Burgmüller
2020
London 2019
Milan 2019
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Discover what Piano Académie has to offer
All types of courses for all tastes and ages
I'll follow my dreams to the end
Courses and formulas adapted to suit everyone. From ages 3 to 85 (our oldest student!), courses have been developed and adapted to meet your needs.
Getting results and having fun are two fundamental pillars of the school.
For the youngest, it’s vital to develop the desire to learn. How many people retain painful memories of their time at the conservatory forever!
For all, a personalized program, varied classes, to maintain pleasure over time.
Mi-Young LEE
A pianist
A music school for all levels and all generations.
The philosophy of our school
"Work always looks easy when you have fun doing it."
PIANO ACADEMIE
Founded in 2015 by pianist emeritus Mi-Young LEE, PIANO ACADEMIE transcends more than 20 years of experience in piano teaching. Our school is the fruit of a passion and an ambition: to offer personalised teaching that has often been lacking, causing disappointment and premature abandonment of piano learning.Our teaching philosophy is based on 4 main pillars, creating a unique piano learning experience.
Pleasure at the centre
At PIANO ACADEMIE, we believe that music should be a source of joy. That’s why we put the pleasure of playing at the heart of our teaching.
Public performances
PIANO ACADEMIE gives its students the opportunity to showcase their talent in public right from the start, through auditions and performances in hospitals, retirement homes and railway stations
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Rapid progress
To maintain the enthusiasm and momentum of our students, we are committed to encouraging their rapid progress.
Awakening to musicality
We harness our students’ imaginations to work on musicality from the start of their journey, transforming each note into a vibrant story.
Le plaisir au coeur de l'apprentissage
Une méthode adaptée à tous les âges
En savoir plus
Des progrès rapides
Quel que soit le niveau des élèves
Plus d'infos
Jouer régulièrement en public
Partager sa passion avec les autres
Plus d'infos
La technologie
au service des élèves
Plus d'infos
The lessons are designed for people of all ages.
- For the youngest, aged 3 years,
- The school offers musical awakening classes. Young children discover while having fun:
- Great composers and major works (operas, symphonies, ballets, piano, etc.),
- Basic music theory concepts,
- First piano lessons.
- The school offers musical awakening classes. Young children discover while having fun:
- For 4-year-olds, Piano Academy offers piano initiation classes with the goals of discovering the piano and starting to play simple nursery rhymes:
- 1-hour group piano lessons.
- From age 5, piano lessons are offered in two formats:
- Group lessons for 5 students, where each child works at their own pace with their own piano and is coached by a teacher.
- Private lessons for children who cannot attend group classes.
- Group lessons for adults & teenagers
- Students work on pieces from the repertoire they love right from the start: Classical, Jazz, pop, film music, etc.
- Sheet music adapted to their level for very quick results! Piano Academy offers around 50 new pieces each year.
- A class for preparation for international competitions
- 2 group lessons per week,
- Masterclasses every 2 weeks,
- Regular concerts,
- Tailored coaching.
Lessons for All Ages
Musical Awakening – From Age 3
The youngest discover music through play: great composers, famous works, and initial music theory concepts.
Piano Initiation – From Age 4
One-hour small group lessons to discover the piano and play first nursery rhymes.
Piano Lessons – From Age 5
Two options available:
– Group lessons (maximum 5 students, each with their own piano, personalized coaching)
– Private lessons for individual support.
Teenagers and Adults
Group lessons centered on pieces each student loves: classical, jazz, pop, or film music.
Around 50 new pieces, adapted to each level, are offered every year.
Competition Class
Intensive program with two group lessons per week, masterclasses every two weeks, regular concerts, and tailored coaching.
PIANO ACADEMIE aujourd’hui
Évoluant au rythme des notes depuis plus de 7 ans, l’école PIANO ACADEMIE s’est solidement implantée dans le paysage musical parisien. Avec une présence marquée dans le 16e arrondissement de Paris et une extension dans le 1er arrondissement, notre école est devenue le premier choix pour ceux qui recherchent une formation au piano en cours particuliers dans la capitale.
Notre communauté dynamique compte désormais plus de 700 élèves, âgés de 3 à 81 ans, témoignant de notre engagement envers l’apprentissage musical à tous les âges. Notre corps professoral a légèrement évolué pour se concentrer sur une équipe d’élite de 30 professeurs. Ces maîtres du piano, issus de 10 nationalités différentes, dispensent plus de 35 000 heures de cours par an en utilisant la méthode éprouvée de notre académie.
Thanks to these achievements, PIANO ACADEMY has proudly emerged as the leading private piano school in Paris. With sustained growth each year, we are determined to continue improving and innovating in piano education. Our mission remains the same: to provide high-quality musical education to our students and help them discover, nurture, and celebrate their love for the piano.
Testimonials
The success of our school is primarily due to the success of our students.
Children, parents, they speak best about our school!
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L'académie de piano, ce n est pas qu'une école.
C est un état d esprit de bienveillance et d attention, c est l'exigence et le professionnalisme d'une équipe qui nous pousse vers la perfection, c'est la découverte de tout ce qui embellit le monde. Nadine, élève depuis 3 ans -
Un état d'esprit unique
Je cherchais pour mes enfants une école proposant l'exigence d'un conservatoire et la créativité d'un artiste... Je suis tombée par hasard sur Mi-Young LEE. Moins d'une heure avec elle et j'ai été conquise. Cela fait maintenant 4 ans et aucun regret ! -
Le plein d'énergie chaque semaine
Le passage à la retraite m'angoissait quelque peu... Piano Académie m'a permis de réaliser un rêve que je croyais infaisable ! -
Les tous petits seulement ?
Je me surprends souvent à assister au cours d'éveil musical de Bastien. J'apprends plein de choses et je m'amuse autant que lui. -
Excellente école de piano !
Excellente école de piano, mélant douceur pédagogique et excellence. Ouverte aux enfants dès 3 ans pour de l'éveil musical, l'apprentissage du piano débute réellement vers 5 ans au moment de la Grande Section, en accord avec le developpement de l'enfant. Des centaines de familles sont ravies de cet établissement,.
Piano Académie
The Mi-Young LEE Method
A different way to learn the piano: demanding, joyful and creative.
Created by Mi-Young LEE, concert pianist and recognised teacher, this exclusive method has already guided hundreds of students, children and adults alike, in Paris and online.
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Early music discovery from age 3
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Introduction to piano in groups
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Group piano lessons from age 5
Paris
In-school and online learning
A living method
A piano education based on pleasure, attention, imagination and visible progress.
Learning the piano differently
The Mi-Young LEE Method is built around a simple idea: a student progresses better when the lesson is both structured and inspiring. Technical work, musical expression, listening skills and motivation are brought together from the very beginning.
The objective is not only to teach notes, but to help each student enter a real artistic journey, with confidence, curiosity and pleasure.
A method for children and adults
The method is used with very young children, children from age 5, teenagers and adults. It adapts to each age while keeping the same spirit: clarity, musicality, regular progress and the joy of playing.
Piano Académie offers group lessons, online lessons, music theory, adapted sheet music and musical culture activities to support this progression.
Five principles that make the difference
The Mi-Young LEE Method is based on five essential principles: pleasure, visible progress, imagination, public performance and the intelligent use of technology.
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Pleasure first
Each lesson is designed as a lively, joyful and motivating musical experience.
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Visible progress
Learning becomes more exciting when the student feels that they are moving forward.
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Imagination and musicality
From the first notes, students are encouraged to develop artistic expression.
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Playing in public
Auditions, concerts and musical events allow students to share music from the beginning.
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Modern tools
Digital materials, videos and interactive tools support a modern and effective learning experience.
Courses for every age
The method accompanies students from the first musical discoveries to more structured piano practice.
From age 3
Early music discovery
Playful musical awakening, piano discovery and introduction to great composers.
From age 4
Introduction to piano
A first structured approach to the instrument in a group setting.
From age 5
Group piano lessons
Small group lessons, usually with 3 to 6 students, allowing each child to progress individually.
Adults
Dynamic group lessons
Collective lessons for adults, with a lively, motivating and structured approach.
From what age can a child begin?
Four years old is often an ideal age to start piano, provided the child can concentrate enough to enjoy the lesson.
Young children: how the lessons are built
For very young children, Piano Académie forms homogeneous groups so that every child feels comfortable during the lesson. The aim is to create a reassuring environment where concentration, musical curiosity and the pleasure of playing can gradually develop.
- Groups adapted to the children’s age and level
- A lively lesson structure that helps children stay focused
- A first approach to piano through sound, movement and imagination
- A framework that encourages children to enjoy regular musical practice
Why group lessons?
It is often assumed that a private lesson is more effective than a group lesson. This may be true for older students, but our experience shows that for children under 12, the group creates a positive form of emulation.
In a group, children concentrate better, find additional motivation and are encouraged to persevere when they meet the natural difficulties of learning the piano.
Group energy
Children progress individually while benefiting from the motivation created by the group.
Using the whole keyboard
Children are often taught to play only in the central part of the keyboard. The Mi-Young LEE Method encourages each child to explore different areas of the piano. In this way, the child’s ear becomes familiar with the full range of the instrument.
A musical ear is not only something one is born with. It is something that can be educated, refined and developed through experience.
Listening to the whole piano
Children discover the different registers of the instrument from the beginning.
Developing the ear
The method helps students associate sound, gesture and musical intention.
Moving on the keyboard
Children learn that the piano is a large musical space, not only a central position.
Building musical confidence
Exploration helps children feel more comfortable with the instrument.
Adapted sheet music
Piano Académie produces its own sheet music. The pieces are carefully selected and adapted to make children’s learning easier, more progressive and more motivating.
For each semester, a volume is proposed. This allows students to follow a clear and structured progression.
Music theory
Playful and progressive exercises help children quickly become autonomous in reading the two essential clefs used in piano learning.
Piano Académie has adapted the TAKADEMI method and now uses it as a foundation for learning. The school has also developed card games that allow children to learn music theory while having fun.
Learning while playing
Interactive tools and card games help children understand music theory with more pleasure.
Musical culture
From a very young age, we want children not only to love classical music, but also to connect great works with the composers who created them.
We believe it is important for children to discover the lives of great composers, so that their curiosity can continue at home with their parents.
- Discovering the great composers
- Associating works with stories and musical periods
- Developing curiosity beyond the piano lesson
- Building a deeper love of classical music
Go further
The Mi-Young LEE Method is supported by several complementary resources: group lessons, sheet music, music theory and online learning.
Group lessons
A motivating format where each student receives individual attention within the energy of the group.
Learn moreSheet music
Adapted pieces created by Piano Académie to support children’s progression level by level.
Learn moreMusic theory
Progressive and playful exercises that help children become more autonomous in reading music.
Learn moreOnline courses
Group lessons organised online, allowing students to continue learning with structure and regularity.
Learn moreJoin Piano Académie
Discover the Mi-Young LEE Method: a unique pedagogy that transforms piano learning into an artistic and human adventure.
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